Blue Hats, Brats & Brimstone: A Smokin’ Friday Round-Up (05-30-25)

On this hazy North Dakota Friday, Kevin and Alex fire up the mics for a freewheeling morning of politics, pop culture, and bratwurst-powered charity. This episode swerves from “Natural Family Month” debates to smoke-filled skies, from “stay-at-home sons” to blue MAGA hats, with a splash of ag news and hot local weather alerts.

Bridgette Readel drops in with updates on wildfires and next week’s big FFA convention, while Sue Baron swings by to promote a brat feed fundraiser for homeless youth. Add in NBA/NHL playoff chatter, a touch of conspiracy talk, and a heaping side of opinions on gender, governance,

 

On this hazy North Dakota Friday, Kevin and Alex fire up the mics for a freewheeling morning of politics, pop culture, and bratwurst-powered charity. This episode swerves from “Natural Family Month” debates to smoke-filled skies, from “stay-at-home sons” to blue MAGA hats, with a splash of ag news and hot local weather alerts.

Bridgette Readel drops in with updates on wildfires and next week’s big FFA convention, while Sue Baron swings by to promote a brat feed fundraiser for homeless youth. Add in NBA/NHL playoff chatter, a touch of conspiracy talk, and a heaping side of opinions on gender, governance, and good coffee—and you’ve got your Friday fix.


⏱️ Timestamps & Standout Moments:

  • [0:00] Kickoff + Weather Tease
    Start your Friday with laughs, sunshine, and... wildfire smoke.

  • [4:20] News Rundown + Jesse Watters Clip
    “Blue MAGA” hats are the new political cosplay? The Dems admit Trump may have been right on… everything?

  • [9:16] Epstein, Elon & the Deep State
    Dan Bongino insists Epstein was murdered. Elon preps a press conference. Buckle up.

  • [13:50] Canadian Smoke Watch 🌫️
    Wildfire smoke from Manitoba and Saskatchewan dampens weekend plans. Beautiful sunsets, but rough breathing ahead.

  • [17:05] NBA/NHL Playoffs + Local Scores
    Knicks vs. Pacers, Oilers head to the Stanley Cup, RedHawks drop a tough one. High school tourneys heat up too.

  • [21:15] “Natural Family Month” Debate
    Ohio lawmakers push for a new celebratory month. LGBTQ+ advocates push back. The hosts offer... many opinions.

  • [33:32] Political Confessionals + Tapper’s “Come-to-Jesus” Moment
    Jake Tapper, CNN, and the Dems walk back four years of denial. Are we in a political redemption arc?

  • [45:00] Bridgette Readel on Wildfires & Ag News
    Canada’s logging rules + dry planting seasons = a wildfire cocktail. Plus, FFA week coming to Fargo!

  • [1:01:00] Fundraiser Alert: Brats for a Cause 🌭
    Sue Baron’s back! Stop by Hornbacher’s Cheyenne for brats, chips & drinks to support homeless kids. $3 each or $5 combo.

  • [1:17:00] Stay-At-Home Sons + Millennial Malaise
    The guys roast the rise of "Stay-at-Home Sons” and wonder where all the go-getters went.

  • [1:27:00] Stephen Miller Unleashed
    Harvard, immigration, China, and the courts—Stephen Miller delivers a fiery take.

 

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